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Mauwane Raophala

Senior Journalist and social media liaison
Farpost most improved journalist 2024 | Betway Premiership, Motsepe Foundation Championship, South African Football, Player Transfers, Tactical Analysis, Sports Journalism, Social Media Strategy | English
Mauwane Raophala is a Senior Journalist and Social Media Liaison at FARPost, specializing in breaking news, transfer dynamics, and tactical match analysis across South African football. Originally from Tzaneen, Limpopo, he serves as a core editorial voice, bridging the gap between fast-paced matchday updates and deep-dive investigative reporting. A University of Limpopo alumnus with a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies, Mauwane began his journalism career in 2018 with a focus on research and media monitoring at Gender Links and Tenacity Magazine. Since joining the FARPost editorial team in September 2020, he has established himself as an authoritative voice in domestic football reporting, recognized for delivering exclusive reporting and tactical insights on the Betway Premiership and the Motsepe Foundation Championship. A SAFJA-accredited journalist, Mauwane was named the 2024 FARPost Most Improved Journalist in recognition of his consistent investigative work and comprehensive coverage of South African club football.

Mauwane Raophala

Orlando Pirates players

Sibusiso Vilakazi picks players to watch out for in Carling Knockout final

Former Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana attacker Sibusiso Vilakazi has picked the players he believes will have a big influence in the Carling Knockout…
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Thabang Matuludi in action for Polokwane City FC

AFCON-bound Thabang Matuludi opens up on competition with Mudau at Bafana

Polokwane City FC star Thabang Matuludi has opened up on his competition with Khuliso Mudau at Bafana Bafana, having made the cut to Hugo Broos' final 25-man…
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Orlando Pirates duo of Thalente Mbatha and Patrick Maswanganyi

Pirates set to face Gallants without key midfielder

Orlando Pirates will lock horns with Marumo Gallants in their much-awaited Carling Knockout Cup final showdown without a key midfielder on Saturday, 6…
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Mbekezeli Mbokazi during his unveiling at Chicago Fire

When does Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s Chicago Fire career really start?

With Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s transfer to Chicago Fire sealed, Saturday’s Carling Knockout Final marking his emotional swansong for Orlando Pirates, FARPost…
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Ayanda Patosi in Hope FC colours

How ex-PSL trio helped Patosi settle into Motsepe League

Ex-Bafana Bafana and Cape Town City FC midfielder Ayanda Patosi has revealed how former PSL players at Hope FC have assisted him in settling into the SAFA…
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Betway Premiership tie between Chippa United and Kaizer Chiefs at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium

Chippa and Chiefs share spoils in stalemate

Chippa United and Kaizer Chiefs shared the points after a 0-0 draw in their Betway Premiership clash at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha on…
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Dillan Solomons in action for Kaizer Chiefs

Cedric Kaze spells out what makes Dillan Solomons unique

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Cedric Kaze has shared what makes Amakhosi defender Dillan Solomons stand out following his recent impressive performances. Solomons…
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Bafana Bafana technical team

Ayanda Patosi names 3 stars who would’ve boosted Bafana AFCON squad

Former Bafana Bafana midfielder Ayanda Patosi has named three players whom he believes would have added value to the SA men's national team’s final squad for…
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Tiklas Thutlwa during his stint at Sekhukhune United

Tiklas Thutlwa joins new PSL side

Former Sekhukhune United winger Tiklas Thutlwa has joined the new PSL side Gomora United for the 2025/26 campaign, FARPost has learnt. Thutlwa has been…
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Relebohile Mofokeng in Bafana Bafana colours

Broos justifies why he kept faith in Relebohile Mofokeng

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has justified the selection of Orlando Pirates star Relebohile Mofokeng in his final squad for the upcoming CAF 2025…
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Coach Gavin Hunt

Durban City boss explains decision to cut ties with Gavin Hunt

Durban City FC chairman Farook Kadodia has explained why the club decided to cut ties with veteran coach Gavin Hunt. The club confirmed the news on Monday…
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Teboho Mokoena and Nkosinathi Sibisi in action for Bafana Bafana.

Is Teboho Mokoena better for Bafana than Sundowns? Pitso answers

Former Teboho Mokoena’s youth coach, Pitso Mokoena, has weighed in on the debate over whether the talented midfielder plays better for Bafana Bafana than for…
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